The Spring Trout fishing season begins in New York State on April 1. The spring tradition is bolstered by the State Department of Environmental Conservation's extensive stocking program and New York’s world-renowned wild trout fisheries. DEC's … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
County Legislature Lowers Senior Citizen Real Property Tax Exemption Rate
The Chautauqua County Legislature has voted to lower the Senior Citizen Real Property Tax Exemption that they just passed in February. Legislators learned during last week's Audit & Control Committee that the state only allows exemptions for … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Sends Budget Extender Bill To State Legislature
New York State's budget will be late this year. To be on time, the State Legislature needs to pass the budget and have it signed by Governor Kathy Hochul by March 31. The new fiscal year starts April 1. Hochul released a statement Wednesday … [Read more...]
Modified Football Returning To Jamestown Public Schools
Modified football will be returning to the Jamestown Public Schools' athletic program. The Jamestown School Board approved funding the return of the sport. Athletic Director Ben Drake and Varsity Football Coach Tom Langworthy said bringing back … [Read more...]
Petition Process For Jamestown School Board Starts Today
Those interested in running for the Jamestown School Board can start collecting petitions today. The seats currently held by Frank Galeazzo and Nina Karbacka are up for election on May 21. There will also be an additional vacancy created by the … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Institution Appoints New Communications Director
Chautauqua Institution has announced the appointment of Jill McCormick as the Director of Communications and Special Projects. McCormick will be responsible for developing and implementing communications plans to inform the public, news media, and … [Read more...]
Humane Society Offering Adoption Special For Long Stay Dogs
The Chautauqua County Humane Society is offering an adoption special for long stay dogs. The special takes a percentage off the normal fee based on the length of the dog's stay at the society. Fundraising and Communications Director Brian … [Read more...]
Jamestown Attorney Joseph Calimeri Appointed To Jamestown School Board
Jamestown attorney Joseph Calimeri has been appointed to the Jamestown School Board. Board President Paul Abbott nominated Calimeri to fill the unexpired term of Pat Slagle. Slagle resigned from the board following his acceptance of a new position … [Read more...]
CCIDA Board Approves $725,000 In Loans For Three Businesses
The Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency board approved loans for three businesses totaling $725,000 at its monthly meeting Tuesday. The loan approved for Tim & Edmond, LLC was for $400,000 and will be used to assist in the upgrade … [Read more...]
Jamestown Community Baseball Has New Lease For Diethrick Stadium
Jamestown Community Baseball has a new lease agreement to use Russell E. Diethrick Stadium. Jamestown City Council approved the amendment to the current lease at its voting session Monday night. Council President Tony Dolce said one of the … [Read more...]
